This Must Be the Place

In Kelly Quindlen's queer YA romance, Louisa inherits a struggling gay bar and is determined to preserve it for the vibrant queer community it supports. Her journey leads to a tentative connection with Aubrey, the daughter of the town’s new football coach, amid challenges including a threat to the bar’s existence. Praised for its warmth, humor, and heartfelt storytelling, the novel explores themes of community, identity, and resilience without revealing plot specifics.